A Guide to Commercial Floor Screeding An installed screed floor needs to be adequately cured to prevent shrinkage and have a flat, solid and compact finish. There are many types of mix to choose from and specific thicknesses required for various situations.
In this month’s blog at Rendtek Ltd we look at what commercial floor screeding is and how it can be successfully constructed. Call us in Anglesey on 07737 572 261 for more details.
Types of Floor Screed The materials used in commercial floor screeding include sand, water, cement and sometimes a glass or fibrous mesh used to reinforce the construction. There are several types of floor screed available depending on your requirements, including:
Unbonded Bonded Floating Heated
The mixture can be laid unbonded onto a damp proof membrane or a suitable base, depending on the particular job. Screed mixes are often ready-mixed off-site and delivered to the site to be installed. Factory-mixed screed is consistent than batches made on-site, creating a high-quality finish.
The Installation Procedure Commercial floor screeding services can be tailored to various requirements, such as the size of a customer’s property. No matter the area to be covered or the type of surface needed, the installation procedure is the same. This process involves:
Inspecting and Preparing the Base Surface Assessing the Amount of Material Needed Mixing a Batch of Floor Screed Installation
Before any work is done, an advisor will come to inspect your property to ensure you get the correct type and amount of material. A professional team will also offer advice on aftercare and more. The material needs to be given plenty of time to cure correctly after installation, so the surface hardens consistently.
Thickness Recommendations Floor screed that is installed in commercial and industrial buildings needs to be tough and resilient, so it doesn’t crack under pressure. For example, heavy machinery, such as forklift trucks, are regularly in use on these sites.
75 mm is the recommended thickness for factories, warehouses and similar properties. The mixture should be installed on a compressible course of sound or heat insulation material. In comparison, 12 mm of the mixture is appropriate for monolithic construction and 65 mm for domestic installation.
Find Out More Contact us at Rendtek Ltd in Anglesey today for more information about commercial floor screeding. Call us on 07737 572 261 to talk to a member of staff or send us a message via the contact form for a prompt response.
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